rhizotaxis

/rɪzɒˈtæk.sɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A growth response in plants in which they bend towards or away from physical objects or stimuli, such as light or gravity.

“The rhizotaxis of the seedling was evident as it turned towards the window for sunlight.”

Synonyms

  • phototropism
  • thigmotropism

Antonyms

  • nastotropism